Marouf Hussain Chowdhury, Author at DriveArabia

UAE stops Volkswagen electric car imports by second-hand dealers

by Marouf Hussain Chowdhury. March 10, 2023.

European Car News

The UAE Ministry of Economy has just announced used car dealers will not be allowed to import new or pre-owned Volkswagen electric cars anymore. They will only be allowed to be sold through authorised local dealerships.

According to Gulf News, the decision was made after a high number of electric vehicles have been coming into the country via second-hand dealers. Since they didn’t come with a manufacturer’s warranty, as well as the fact these cars were not modified to GCC specifications, it posed a major risk to buyers.

In 2022, the drastic rise in petrol prices had many people looking to switch to more fuel-economical cars and EVs.

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max introduced as Chery relaunches in the UAE

by Marouf Hussain Chowdhury. February 19, 2023.

Asian Car News

Chery’s executives ran a live-streaming event with the core media outlets recently, during which they introduced the overall strength and brand concept of Chery, and prepared to launch a new model, the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max, in the UAE.

Hongqi has new UAE dealer ALTAWKILAT, launches all-new Ousado

by Marouf Hussain Chowdhury. February 13, 2023.

Asian Car News

With strong success in the Saudi Arabian market, ALTAWKILAT has officially cemented luxury automotive brand, Hongqi’s place within the UAE’s luxury automotive market as its exclusive distributor in the country. An event at St. Regis Al Saadiyat Island Resort on February 7, 2023, celebrated this partnership.

2023 Genesis GV80

by Marouf Hussain Chowdhury. January 10, 2023.

The Good:
– Excellent styling in and out
– Powerful and responsive
– Ride and handling

The Bad:
– Limited offroad capabilities
– Artificial steering feel
– No variable ride-height option

Audi Sport Performance Week kicking off in Dubai

by Marouf Hussain Chowdhury. January 10, 2023.

Motorsport News

A week of sporting excellence will commence at popular cars and coffee stop, CARS Cafe, on Monday, 9th January. Making a guest appearance at the café will be the iconic 1985 Audi Sport Quattro, alongside the RS Q e-tron E2. Meanwhile, Audi’s RSQ e-tron E2 is competing in the 2023 Dakar Rally taking place in neighbouring Saudi Arabia.

Cadillac Escalade-V now available in the Middle East

by Marouf Hussain Chowdhury. December 23, 2022.

American Car News

Cadillac revealed details surrounding the 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V — the industry’s most powerful full-size SUV, which has to arrive in the Middle East. With an elevation of design, performance and technology, the first-ever Cadillac V-Series SUV is the purest expression of the passion that exists at the core of Cadillac.

Exeed makes its debut in the UAE

by Marouf Hussain Chowdhury. December 16, 2022.

Asian Car News

Chinese premium brand Exeed recently revealed their cars and plans for the UAE on a live stream to the country’s top media, including DriveArabia. Vice general manager of the Middle East Region Mr Simon, brand director of Exeed international Mr Kevin, product director of Exeed Mr Ge attended and made a detailed demonstration of Exeed’s brand strength, current products and future development plan in the UAE.